Description

6-Hydroxy-2H-Furo[2,3-H]-1-Benzopyran-2-One is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the furocoumarin class. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique fused-ring structure. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive core structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules in specialty chemistry applications.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in life science research as a probe or standard for studying enzymatic interactions and photobiological processes.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-2H-Furo[2,3-H]-1-Benzopyran-2-One
CAS No.	61265-07-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₆O₄
Molecular Weight	202.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxyfuro[2,3-h]chromen-2-one; 6-Hydroxy-2H-furo[2,3-h]chromen-2-one; 6-Hydroxyfurocoumarin; Furo[2,3-h]chromen-2-one, 6-hydroxy-; 6-HF; 6-Hydroxy-2H-furo[2,3-h]-1-benzopyran-2-one; 6-Hydroxypsoralen (related structural analog)
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Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxy-2H-Furo[2,3-H]-1-Benzopyran-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to ensure product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.